Dennison Center Assistant/Recreation Center Assistant (Temporary)

At Interlochen, every team member is part of our mission to support creativity and the arts. Whether you're working in a classroom, kitchen, or office, your role helps create a positive and inspiring environment for students, staff, and visitors. We value teamwork, dependability, and a shared passion for the arts. Come join our team and make a difference in a place that encourages growth and collaboration!

Job Summary: The Facility Coordinator is a key member of the Student Life team. This position works to maintain a safe, friendly, and staffed facility to foster a vibrant and inclusive community. The coordinator will also assist with student programming on a large and small scale to enhance the student experience.

• Facility oversight:

  • Manage operations at the desk, answer calls, and supervise behavior.

  • Maintain facility and equipment cleanliness.

• Student Engagement:

  • Builds strong relationships with students to encourage participation in campus activities.

  • Serves as a mentor and role model, providing guidance and support to students during non-academic hours.

  • Gathers student feedback to improve the quality and variety of campus activities continually.

• Collaboration:

  • Partners with faculty, staff, and external vendors to enhance program offerings.

  • Manages and supervises student club leaders, Dennison community service students and volunteers involved in campus activities.

• Seeks the best use of materials, equipment, and staff to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.

• Complies with ICA policies/procedures and acts as a good steward of ICA finances.

• Respects the culture, diversity, and rights of all students, their families, and the community.

• Prioritizes duties in a manner consistent with organizational objectives and growth.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Work Environment:

Work is performed primarily in the Dennison Center but also at in various locations on and off campus.

Required Skills and Abilities:

Education:  Bachelor’s degree in a related field or 3+ years of experience in related field preferred.

Experience: 1-3 years of experience in Recreation preferred.

Equipment/Software Familiarity: Ability to use Apple products and Google suite.

Certifications, Licenses or Special Training: 

• CPR and First Aid certification preferred.

• Must meet and maintain background screening requirements as detailed in policy 12.HR.01 Pre-Employment and Employee Background Checks. 

• Valid driver’s license and driving record that meets the eligibility requirements of Interlochen’s insurance carrier (for all positions requiring driving).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Ability to mediate conflicts and provide support to students experiencing challenges.

• Exceptional organizational skills to manage multiple events, activities, and administrative tasks simultaneously.

• Leadership abilities to guide and mentor students, lead campus activities, and manage situations effectively.

• Knowledge of event planning processes and being able to carry out student events.

• Knowledge of crisis intervention strategies, emergency response protocols, and student support services while working with Student Life Staff.

• Familiarity with available resources on campus and in the surrounding community to support student needs.

• Ability to follow and execute specific verbal and written instructions.

• Ability to create, proofread and edit written communication using appropriate grammar, spelling and punctuation. 

• Ability to promote and maintain positive interaction with all internal and external stakeholders.

• Demonstrate respect for cultural, ethnic, spiritual, and linguistic diversity and values including differences in personal goals, lifestyle choices and varying family backgrounds and histories.

• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required by the nature of the role.

For a complete job description and to apply, go to interlochen.org/careers. 

Application Materials:

• Cover Letter

• Resume